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Are non-tariff measures important in exports of fnished wood products to Japan, China and the US? The case of prefabricated houses
Authors: Andres KatzPublication: New Zealand Journal of Forestry, Volume N.Z.J.For. 2008, Issue N.Z.J.For. 53(1) 2008, pp 16-22, May 2008
Publisher: New Zealand Institute of Forestry
Abstract: New Zealand exporters of prefabricated houses were surveyed for their views on the major barriers faced in exporting to Japan, China and the US. In Japan the major challenges were identifying local rules and regulations, adapting building design to ensure conformance, and obtaining the necessary engineering approvals. In China, a major concern was the protection of intellectual property. In the US a major barrier to market entry was the cost of obtaining the required engineering certificates. The most important factors for long term success was having the right overseas partners and having sufficient resources to continue exports during market downturns or when there is strong demand from the domestic market.